An 8,8 magnitude earthquake left more than 200 dead in Chile and worried the two Chilean players on the red-and-black squad. Maldonado and Fierro tried all day to contact their relatives back home. The former succeeded, but the latter, who faced Macaé in Volta Redonda, still hasn't heard from them.

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After the game, the number 16 gave an interview to discuss the matter. According to him, it was difficult to play with this worry in mind. However, the player did everything he could to help Flamengo, and now it's time to turn his attention back to his country.

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"My family is there. Before the game, I tried to get in touch, but I couldn't. I'm worried about everyone in Chile. I went on the field and did my part, but it was difficult. I tried to talk on the phone and online, but it didn't work. It was a real disaster, and I'll keep trying to get in touch after the game," said the number 16.

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Earlier, Maldonado had already managed to speak with relatives in Chile, and received good news: his entire family is fine.

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"It's a tragedy that leaves everyone worried. But, as far as possible, everything is fine there. We're just waiting for more information," he explained.

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Fierro was called up to the Chilean national team, but the Chilean Federation announced Saturday afternoon that the national team's friendlies against North Korea and Costa Rica, scheduled for Wednesday in Santiago, have been canceled. The Federal Government has banned major sporting events for 72 hours.